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NADCAP Composites Manufacturing Audit Checklist

A comprehensive checklist for auditing composite manufacturing processes in aerospace production to ensure compliance with NADCAP requirements and maintain component quality and performance.

NADCAP Composites Manufacturing Audit Checklist

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About This Checklist

The NADCAP Composites Manufacturing Audit Checklist is an essential tool for ensuring compliance with the rigorous standards of aerospace composite material production and processing. This comprehensive checklist guides auditors and composite specialists through a thorough evaluation of composite manufacturing processes, from raw material handling to final part inspection. By addressing critical areas such as layup techniques, curing cycles, non-destructive testing, and process documentation, this checklist helps identify potential non-conformities and areas for improvement, ultimately enhancing the quality, consistency, and performance of composite aerospace components.

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Industry

Aerospace and Defense

Standard

NADCAP - National Aerospace and Defense Contractors Accreditation Program

Workspaces

Aerospace production plants
Manufacturing Facilities
Manufacturing Facilities

Occupations

Composite Manufacturing Specialist
Aerospace Engineer
Quality Inspector
Process Engineer
Non-Destructive Testing Technician
1
Is there a system in place for tracking material traceability throughout the manufacturing process?
2
What is the temperature maintained during the layup process?
Min: 20
Target: Temperature should be within specified limits.
Max: 30
3
Was non-destructive testing performed on the finished parts?
4
Is there documented evidence of process control for composite manufacturing?
5
Is the autoclave calibrated according to the manufacturer specifications?
6
What pressure is maintained during the autoclave curing process?
Min: 30
Target: Pressure should be within specified limits.
Max: 50
7
What is the start date of the curing cycle?
8
Please provide any notes or observations from the curing cycle.
9
Were quality control inspections conducted at each stage of the composite manufacturing process?
10
What was the overall result of the quality control inspections?
11
What is the defect rate percentage observed during inspections?
Min: 0
Target: Defect rate should be low.
Max: 5
12
What corrective actions were implemented to address any identified issues?
13
Are the material handling procedures being followed as per the established guidelines?
14
What is the temperature range maintained in the material storage area?
Min: 15
Target: Temperature should be within specified limits.
Max: 25
15
When was the last inspection of stored materials conducted?
16
Please provide any observations related to material storage conditions.
17
Are all personnel using the required personal protective equipment during the composite manufacturing process?
18
Is there documented training for personnel handling hazardous materials?
19
What is the compliance rate for hazardous waste disposal procedures?
Min: 0
Target: Compliance rate should be above 90%.
Max: 100
20
Please provide details of any findings from recent safety audits.

FAQs

The checklist covers various aspects including material storage and handling, layup processes, autoclave and out-of-autoclave curing, machining, and non-destructive testing of composite parts.

It includes sections on raw material receiving, storage conditions monitoring, shelf-life management, and material batch tracking to ensure proper material handling and traceability.

The checklist evaluates cure cycle parameters, temperature and pressure profiles, vacuum integrity, tooling preparation, and post-cure operations to ensure proper composite part consolidation.

It includes sections on non-destructive testing methods, dimensional inspections, surface finish evaluations, and destructive testing of test coupons to verify the quality and performance of finished parts.

The checklist covers process control documentation, work instructions, personnel training records, equipment calibration logs, and non-conformance reporting to ensure comprehensive process control and traceability.

Benefits of NADCAP Composites Manufacturing Audit Checklist

Ensures compliance with NADCAP requirements for aerospace composite manufacturing

Improves consistency and reliability of composite production processes

Helps maintain high standards of structural integrity and performance in composite aerospace parts

Facilitates continuous improvement in composite manufacturing techniques and controls

Reduces the risk of defects and inconsistencies in composite aerospace components